Wide-Angle Zoom Lenses

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16-35 mm f/2.8 ZA T* SSM
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 Sony 16-35mm F2.8 ZA SSM Carl Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T*

Wide-angle Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 24 mm; Maximum Focal Length : 52.5 mm; Compatible camera …; Newest review: 8/2009

With a very appealing style and feel, the Carl Zeiss produces images that at max focal length in particular, although over-exposed, are stunning. However the price of the lens is distinctly high.

1 review, 3 opinions (Excellent)

 

More information at: What Digital Camera, 9/2009 Ultra-Wideangle Zoom Lenses Usually one does not require a focal length of less than 18mm on an APS-C body for typical photography. However when one wishes to capture a more expansive view or get close to an object whilst still capturing a detailed background, an ultra-wideangle zoom is the answer. In test: Six lenses were reviewed and rated on features, design, performance, image quality and value. Overall scores between 84 and 91 percent were awarded. … to review

10-20mm 1:4-5.6 EX DC HSM (for Nikon)
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 Sigma Imaging 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HSM (for Nikon)

Wide-angle Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 15 mm; Maximum Focal Length : 30 mm; Compatible camera …; Newest review: 7/2012

While it's not exactly cheap, Sigma's 10-20mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HSM is an excellent choice thanks to its superb build and impressive image quality. It's quite heavy and it won't fit …

1 review, 52 opinions (Excellent)

 
Sigma Imaging 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM II
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 Sigma Imaging 12-24mm F4.5-5.6 DG HSM II

Wide-angle Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 18 mm; Maximum Focal Length : 36 mm; Suitable for: …; Newest review: 2/2012

Even though it costs a pretty penny, Sigma's new 12-24mm f/4.5-5.6 DG HSM II is actually very good value for money according to Photo Answers, since there are few alternatives with the same …

1 review

 
 
SMC DA F4 17-70mm AL (IF) SDM
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 Pentax smc DA 17-70mm f/4.0 AL [IF] SDM

Wide-angle Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 25.5 mm; Maximum Focal Length : 107 mm; Compatible …; Newest review: 3/2010

“The 4/17-70 mm impresses with its great mount, but it could offer more optically in terms of greater light intensity.”

1 review, 5 opinions (Excellent)

 
NX 18-55mm f/3,5-5,6 OIS
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 Samsung EX-S1855SB

Wide-angle Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 27 mm; Maximum Focal Length : 82.5 mm; Compatible camera …; Newest review: 8/2010

The efficient OIS system enables it to perform well in low-light situations also offering good visual, technical and image quality. Where this lens falls short is with not having enough wideangle …

1 review

 
AF-S Zoom Nikkor 14-24 mm f:2.8 G ED
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 Nikon AF-S Zoom-Nikkor 14-24mm f/2.8 G ED

Wide-angle Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 21 mm; Maximum Focal Length : 36 mm; Compatible camera …; Newest review: 1/2010

"This lens is one of a kind. In terms of resolution, handling and even its resistance to flare and ghosting this lens is excellent, and it outperforms primes in the same focal range. Still, as

4 reviews, 18 opinions (Excellent)

 

More information at: ePHOTOzine, 1/2010 Nikon AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G ED NIKKOR Interchangeable Lens Nikon AF-S 14-24mm f/2.8G ED NIKKOR Review - This beast of a lens from Nikon costs £1296 and is currently the widest f/2.8 zoom to cover the full 35mm format, plus it sports useful features such as Nano-Crystal coating and Internal Focusing. Single Test. One wide-angle zoom lens was reviewed and rated on features, handling, performance and value. … to review

Olympus Zuiko Digital 12-60mm f/2.8-4 ED SWD
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 Olympus Zuiko Digital 12-60mm f/2.8-4 ED SWD

Wide-angle Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 24 mm; Maximum Focal Length : 120 mm; Compatible camera …; Newest review: 2/2011

According to ePHOTOzine, although this lens is expensive, it's a superb performer and well worth the price. Lens flare, chromatic aberration and falloff are non-issues, and although distortion

4 reviews, 6 opinions (Excellent)

 

More information at: ePHOTOzine, 2/2011 Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 12-60mm f/2.8-4 SWD Interchangeable Lens Olympus Zuiko Digital ED 12-60mm f/2.8-4 SWD Review - A standard zoom lens for Four Thirds format SLRs with a silent focusing motor covering a range equivalent to 24-120mm on a 35mm camera. … to review

Lumix G X VARIO 12-35mm 1:2.8 ASPH Power O.I.S.
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 Panasonic Lumix G X VARIO 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH Power O.I.S.

Wide-angle Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 24 mm; Maximum Focal Length : 70 mm; Compatible camera …; Newest review: 4/2013

The stunning quality of Panasonic's Lumix G X Vario 12-35mm f/2.8 ASPH Power OIS certainly helps justify its high price tag in What Digital Camera's eyes. Its metal barrel and dust- and

3 reviews, 6 opinions (Above average)

 

More information at: What Digital Camera, 4/2013 Panasonic Lumix G X Vario 12-35mm f/2.8 HD Mega OIS Just a look at this lens' spectacular feature list will tell you that it's a high-end offering that's meant to offer the best possible quality in all regards, but does its performance live up to expectations? … to review

Sigma Imaging 17-70mm F2,8-4 DC Makro OS HSM [2010]
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 Sigma Imaging 17-70mm F2,8-4 DC Makro OS HSM [2010]

Macro Lens, Wide-angle Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 25.5 mm; Maximum Focal Length : 105 mm; …; Newest review: 9/2011

This 17-70mm f/2.8-4.0 mid-price macro offering from Sigma feels solid and reassuringly weighty, with a smooth zoom action and a practical focusing scale. Its hypersonic motor makes it silent when …

9 reviews, 31 opinions (Above average)

 
Tamron SP AF 17-50mm f/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical [IF] (for Nikon)
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 Tamron SP AF 17-50mm f/2.8 XR Di II VC LD Aspherical [IF] (for Nikon)

Wide-angle Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 26 mm; Maximum Focal Length : 75 mm; Compatible camera …; Newest review: 6/2010

"This lens has turned out to be a very interesting alternative to manufacturer's own offering in this focal range. It is capable of producing images with very good resolution, especially in …

1 review, 2 opinions (Excellent)

 
 
18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC SLD OS HSM
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 Sigma Imaging 18-250mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM

Wide-angle Zoom, Telephoto Zoom, Standard Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 27 mm; Maximum Focal …; Newest review: 8/2011

Sigma's 18-250mm f/3.5-5.6 DC OS HSM impressed Digital SLR User not only with its heft, but also with its quick and silent focusing and built-in image stabilisation technology. Picture quality …

9 reviews

 
AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-300mm F3.5-5.6G ED VR
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 Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-300 mm 1:3,5 bis 5,6 G ED VR

Wide-angle Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 27 mm; Maximum Focal Length : 450 mm; Compatible camera …; Newest review: 10/2012

The huge range of Nikon's AF-S DX Nikkor 18-300mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR comes at a price, or rather several: it's expensive, cumbersome, there's heavy distortion throughout the whole range, …

1 review, 14 opinions (Excellent)

 
10-20 mm/4-5.6 EX DC
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 Sigma Imaging 10-20 mm f/4-5.6 EX DC HSM

Wide-angle Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 15 mm; Maximum Focal Length : 30 mm; Compatible camera …; Newest review: 11/2012

Of Sigma's two 10-20mm lenses, this f/4-5.6 model is the cheaper one, but its good build quality belies its price tag. Digital SLR User found the zoom ring to be fantastically smooth, and said …

13 reviews, 78 opinions (Excellent)

 
17-70mm f/2,8-4 DC Makro OS HSM [2010] (for Canon)
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 Sigma Imaging 17-70mm F2,8-4 DC Makro OS HSM [2010] (for Canon)

Macro Lens, Wide-angle Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 25.5 mm; Maximum Focal Length : 105 mm; …; Newest review: 6/2010

“An attractive focal length range of 27-112 mm with a good maximum aperture and a stabiliser - at a price of 400 euros that all sounds very tempting. An above average score also speaks in favour of …

2 reviews, 31 opinions (Above average)

 
EF-S f/3,5-5,6 18-55 mm IS USM
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 Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

Wide-angle Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 29 mm; Maximum Focal Length : 88 mm; Compatible camera …; Newest review: 10/2008

While this represents the cheapest lens in Canon's range, What Digital Photo suggests that in some ways it is the best. It offers the greatest maximum magnification for macro photography and …

1 review, 28 opinions (Above average)

 
AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR
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 Nikon AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm 1:3.5-5.6G ED VR

Wide-angle Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 27 mm; Maximum Focal Length : 158 mm; Compatible camera …; Newest review: 4/2013

Newcomers to DSLR photography will find a very decent and flexible lens in the AF-S DX Nikkor 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED-IF VR thanks to its excellent detail, versatile zoom range and quick and silent

6 reviews, 38 opinions (Excellent)

 

More information at: SPIEGELREFLEX digital, issue 3/2009 “All inclusive” - Universal lenses Two universal zooms were reviewed and each was rated “very good”. Test criteria were image quality, visual impression, mechanics and operation as well as features and aperture.

AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm 1:4G ED VR
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 Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 16-35mm f/4G ED VR

Wide-angle Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 24 mm; Maximum Focal Length : 52.5 mm; Compatible camera …; Newest review: 7/2011

The usefulness of the otherwise superb Nikkor 16-35mm f/4G ED VR will depend on whether you have a full-frame or a DX DSLR, say Digital Photography Review. DX cameras won't be able to make the

6 reviews, 9 opinions (Excellent)

 

More information at: Digital Photography Review, 7/2011 Nikon AF-S Nikkor 16-35mm 1:4G ED VR The Nikkor 16-35mm f/4G ED VR is a less expensive alternative to other Nikon wide-angle zooms, with the peculiarity that it's the world's first super wide-angle lens to feature optical stabilisation. … to review

AF 18-270 mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD
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 Tamron AF 18-270mm F3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD

Wide-angle Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 27 mm; Maximum Focal Length : 405 mm; Suitable for: …; Newest review: 12/2012

Tamron's 18-270mm F/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD is a good all-purpose zoom according to DPReview, who said that its huge range and light weight make it a decent alternative to separate lenses, although …

8 reviews, 9 opinions (Above average)

 
18-200 mm f:3.5-6.3 DC OS
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 Sigma Imaging 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS

Wide-angle Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 28 mm; Maximum Focal Length : 320 mm; Suitable for: …; Newest review: 6/2011

"... Focusing is marginally slower than the 18-250mm, but it is definitely noisier in operation. As with the other OS-enabled Sigma, I could shoot at 1/4sec and get a sharp image. Optical

6 reviews, 9 opinions (Above average)

 

More information at: What Digital Camera, 3/2008 Superzoom Lenses Lenses with a fixed focal length, or prime lenses, are undoubtedly the best optics. At the same time, it's usually short mid-range zooms that boast the best optical quality in the zoom department, but recently, comparatively affordable longer zoom lenses have been looking to push the boundaries of possibility. In test: Six affordable superzoom lenses were reviewed and rated based on features, design, performance, image quality and value for money. Scores ranged from 82% to 89%. … to review

H-F007014
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 Panasonic Lumix G Vario 7-14mm f/4.0

Wide-angle Zoom; Minimum Focal Length: 14 mm; Maximum Focal Length : 28 mm; Compatible camera …; Newest review: 2/2013

If the lack of optical stabilisation, weather sealing and a filter mount of the Lumix G Vario 7-14mm f/4 don't bother you, Camera Labs think it's one of the best wide-angle zooms available

8 reviews, 7 opinions (Excellent)

 

More information at: COLOR FOTO, issue 12/2009 Quality The Micro Four Thirds system from Panasonic and Olympus enables the device to have a particularly compact body as no mirror is required. In test: Twelve lenses were tested, including four zoom and eight fixed focal length lenses. They were each rated between 69.5 and 92 out of a possible 100 points. Using different focal lengths, we tested limiting resolution/ contrast as well as distortion and vignetting.

 

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Product information and further reviews

The new compact fotoMAGAZIN 9/2010 - You can’t really get much more comfortable and smaller than this: the latest superzoom lenses for mirrorless system cameras are going head to head in our test labs against the smallest superzooms for SLR cameras with an APS-C sensor. Who will win the race? Review details: Six lenses were tested, including four for digital SLRS with an APS-C sensor and two for Micro Four Thirds. Test criteria for all devices were optics and mechanics. Furthermore, we also looked at the product’s suitability for professional, amateur and hobby use.

In the fens with Nikkor DigitalPHOTO 7/2010 - The AF-S Nikkor 16-35 mm 1:4G ED VR is the first wide angle lens with an integrated image stabiliser specially developed for full format SLR cameras. Nature photographer Jörg Hauke tested this lens newbie out on a two week tour through the Polish Biebrza National Park.

Tamron vs. Sigma FOTOHITS 1-2/2010 - An almost identical focal length range, image stabiliser and a wide maximum aperture are the most important specifications of these two wide angle lenses. Which lens will ultimately gain the upper hand? Our practical test will find out. Review details: Two wide angle zoom lenses were tested without receiving final ratings.

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With their flexible, adjustable focal lengths, wide-angle zooms provide the ability to capture wider viewing angles than the human eye can perceive. Good lenses are expensive. In the price range from £400 onwards, lenses can be found that provide automated image stabilization, minimal aberrations and good contrast.


Wide-angle zooms are wide-angle lenses which have a flexible adjustable focal length. As a rule, focal lengths between 12 and 24 millimeters, 16 and 35 millimeters or 24 and 70 millimeters are used. There are also so-called "travel zooms", which cover a huge range with their 28 to 200 millimeters, so that all the focal lengths from wide angle to telephoto are covered in a single zoom lens. The focal length in this case indicates the distance between the front of the lens and the focal point of the light rays inside the lens. The increased field of view means that the shorter the focal length, the smaller the subjects are depicted. But this also means that, with short focal lengths, the contents of the picture appear elongated as a result. A wide-angle zoom lens is a particularly appropriate first choice for confined spaces, since despite the cramped distances, a lot of space can be fitted into the picture. Furthermore, wide angle zoom lenses have a very good depth of field - even wide open at their maximum aperture. They are thus suitable for wide-angle zoom expansive landscapes or group portraits. The zoom capability of such lenses is highly variable and can be used to effectively replace several individual lenses. However, this implies a high build quality, as wide-angle zoom lenses are among the most expensive ever. Therefore, it is assumed that low cost wide angle zooms will present aberrations. ED glass and aspherical lens elements, which produce lots of detail and good contrast, can be found in lenses from £400 upwards. Good lenses nowadays even offer image stabilizers which can compensate for up to four steps of exposure and allow for longer exposure times. In addition, diaphragms consisting of many rounded blades help out-of-focus backgrounds look more natural.